Yes, you can study on a Subclass 417 visa. With a Subclass 417 visa, you can enrol in short-term courses for 4 months during the holiday period of 1 year. An applicant must not consider this visa as the primary source for studying in Australia; they must apply for a Subclass 500 visa if they intend to study in Australia. An applicant can combine working to fund the travelling expenses with short-term studying on a Subclass 417 visa.
A Working Holiday visa (Subclass 417 visa) allows a young national (18-30 years) to work, study, and travel in the country for 1 year, which can be extended up to 3 years with first, second, and third Working Holiday visa. An applicant can simultaneously work and study in Australia with a Subclass 417 visa, provided they study for up to 4 months and work for a single employer for six months. Three Subclass 417 visas allow applicants to take up short-term study courses for 4 months, which will help them gain certification that can be helpful for further studies in Australia.
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Short-term study courses to study in Subclass 417 visa
The study courses an applicant should engage in must be a maximum of 17 weeks, approximately 4 months. Below are some of the short-term courses that an applicant can study on a Subclass 417 visa:
- English Language Studies
- Vocational Training
- Hospitality Courses
- Agriculture Courses
- Creative writing Courses
- Data science-related courses
- Digital media courses
- Social media marketing courses (Meta)
- Project Management
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Eligibility Criteria to study on Subclass 417 visa
Below are the eligibility criteria to study on a Subclass 417 visa:
- Aged between 18-30 years
- Education qualification
- Valid passport of eligible country
- Have not previously entered with Subclass 462 or 417 visa
- Must apply from outside Australia
- Cannot be accompanied by dependents
- Must have sufficient funds
- Character and Health requirements
How to enrol in short-term study courses on a Subclass 417 visa?
Applicants can study for up to 4 months visa during their stay in Australia on a Subclass 417 visa. To enroll in a short-term course with a subclass 417 visa, an applicant can follow these steps:
Step 1: Check your eligibility for the visa
Step 2: Enrol in a registered Australian institution
Step 3: Obtain a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE)
Step 3: Apply for the Subclass 417 visa
Step 4: Wait for the visa approval
Step 5: Once approved, migrate and study in Australia
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